10 movies that even scare Wes Craven Oct 28, 2009
Beauty and The Beast (1946)Directed by Jean CocteauPerhaps influencing not only me, but Polanski, was the French genius Jean Cocteau: poet, painter, playwright, and surrealist filmmaker. His images, epitomized in his masterwork Beauty and the Beast, stay with you forever. (MSNBC -- News)
Amanda Jacobs: Not a completely happy Halloween Oct 28, 2009
I decided to dress up as Belle the year that Disney s Beauty and the Beast came out, and, much to my chagrin, so did dozens of other girls at my school and I had thought I was so original. To add insult to injury, the cold weather forced me to wear a coat over my costume when I was trick-or-treating, so no one knew who I was. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendar Oct 26, 2009
Family Afternoon at the Movies - 3 p.m.; watch the family-friendly movie "Beauty and the Beast;" features audio narration for visually-impaired viewers. Toddler Time Group - 3-5 p.m., Full Bloom Center, 515 Gaines School Road; group for moms and active/crawling babies; (706) 353-3373 or www. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Lion King Review Oct 23, 2009
The 1990s proved to be a great decade for the mega company with hits like Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and The Lion King. Set in the jungles of Africa, tells the story of Simba, a young prince born to his loving mother Sarabi and majestic father Mufasa. (Suite101.com)
Drop the curtain, it's ogre Oct 22, 2009
"Shrek" was DreamWorks' attempt to take on Disney, which conquered Broadway with "Beauty and the Beast" and "The Lion King." ... "Shrek" was DreamWorks' attempt to take on Disney, which conquered Broadway with "Beauty and the Beast" and "The Lion King.". (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Pacific Teenager Turns Dreams Into Reality Oct 22, 2009
Jenna's introduction to acting came into focus when she and her mother went to see the East Central College production of "Beauty and the Beast," where her friend Trish Baker was appearing. "I looked at Trish up on that stage and I thought I want to do that," Jenna said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Rain won't deter parade Oct 16, 2009
Some of this year's themes include "Nightmare Before Homecoming," and classic Disney films like Toy Story and Beauty and the Beast. Blue Sapphire P.J. Maierhofer and the Penn State Majorettes will walk in the parade along with the Penn State Juggling Club and other campus organizations. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Play 'eurydice' is a must-see Oct 16, 2009
" The mystery surrounds the first ever murder in Antarctica. U.S. deputy marshal Carrie Stetko's (Kate Beckinsale) investigation of a dead body on an icy plain leaves her with a suspect pool that's rather shallow: only a handful of scientists, workers and researchers. Stetko has only a few hours to solve the crime as a major storm is forcing an evacuation. The problem is she can't tell friend from foe. Director Dominic Sena uses the barren landscape to create an overwhelming feel of isolation... (Fresno Bee)
Beauty & beast Oct 13, 2009
with the Stars" is in expansion mode. The hit series started the new season with its largest cast ever -- 16 celebrities -- and, frankly, it's taken three weeks for any one to stand out. Two who have -- because they are such opposites -- are Ultimate Fighting Champion Chuck Liddell and lingerie model/actress Joanna Krupa. Call them Beauty and the Beast of this year's 00002D58 edition of "DWTS." What possessed you to say yes to "DWTS"? Liddell: "I really saw it as an opportunity to show people... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Yonkers' brings us a glimpse of greatness Oct 4, 2009
Another "Beauty and the Beast.". And you know what. (Fresno Bee)
'Fame' lives into a new century; do you remember their names? Sep 23, 2009
The 21-year-old who got his break as Chip the teacup in a touring company of Beauty and the Beast did his homework and watched the old Fame. "It was a lot edgier than I thought," he says of the R-rated version that touches upon abortion and religion, topics that are MIA in the new PG rendition. (USA Today -- Life)
Things to do: Sept. 18-24 Sep 22, 2009
Playhouse Merced kicks off its season with a big, happy production of "Beauty and the Beast." After Sunday's matinee, the audience is invited to stay afterward and meet the cast and creative team. Art stop. (Fresno Bee)
Best Disney Princess Halloween Cost... Sep 20, 2009
Find Disney Princess Ballerina costumes for Aurora, Cinderella, Snow White, Ariel the Little Mermaid, and Beauty and the Beast Belle sized for toddlers and children at online retailers like Costume Express and Buy Costumes for about $30 on sale ... For example, the Beauty and the Beast Storybook Belle Costume depicts Beauty and the Beast waltzing together while Cogsworth, Lumiere, and Mrs. Potts look on. (Suite101.com)
Spring fling Sep 20, 2009
Beauty and the beast stake their claim. text/html-documenthttp://www. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Sandy Duncan enthralls in “The Glass Menagerie” Sep 19, 2009
Sandy Duncan enthralls in The Glass Menagerie - Somerset - Daily American. Others are thought-provoking and leave you wanting more. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Disney to Expand Fantasyland at Walt Disney World Sep 13, 2009
Plans call for four Disney Princess characters -- Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Belle from "Beauty and the Beast" and Ariel from "The Little Mermaid" -- to be featured in "fantasy lands" where park visitors engage in dancing, storytelling or a birthday party with costumed characters from the films. The expansion includes two new dining spots -- Gascon's Tavern and the 552-seat Beast's Castle. (ABC News -- Business)
Daniel Day-Lewis Dishes About His Clooney Kiss At The Oscars Sep 8, 2009
"I hope one day that another animated film does again, like 'Beauty and the Beast' was, get nominated as the Best Picture," said Bird, who also won for "The Incredibles" three years ago. "If you asked me, 'Was "Snow White" one of the five best movies of 1937?' I would say yeah ... but it's all good. Come on, it's the Oscars!". (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Venice honour for Pixar directors Sep 8, 2009
He added that 1991 Disney film Beauty and the Beast was the only full-length animation to date to be nominated for best picture. The Venice Golden Lion lifetime achievement award was presented to Lasseter and his team by Star Wars creator George Lucas. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
The Young Pro Sep 1, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Playmate Marquardt finds her dream home Sep 1, 2009
His Emmys include honors for his work on "One Life to Live" and "Beauty and the Beast.". The property, which Holdridge had owned for two decades, came on the market in late September at $3. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Universal Music Presents: The Magic Of Disney Aug 28, 2009
Also thrown into this amazing Disney campaign are soundtrack albums from Disneys animated motion picture films such as The Lion King, Beauty and The Beast, Wall-E, Bolt, Aladdin, Disney Box Office Hits and many more. Fans who watch many of Disney Channels TV show series can get their hands on soundtrack albums from the hit TV show The Cheetah Girls. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
This weekend in McKinney Aug 22, 2009
-McKinney Youth Theatre will be performing Beauty and the Beast Jr. for its second weekend. The script is edited for a family friendly length. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
The Walt Disney Studios Adds to D23 Expo Excitement With Presentations by Disney Studios Chairman Dick Cook and Animation Chief Creative Officer John Lasseter, Plus U.S. Premieres of 'Toy Story' Films in Disney Digital 3D(TM) and Digitally Aug 20, 2009
The Expo will also debut selected scenes from the upcoming Disney Digital 3D(TM) version of the Studio's 1991 modern classic, "Beauty and the Beast." Other highlights of the four-day event include a program devoted to the music from "The Lion King," a panel discussion and screening of "Sleeping Beauty," and the first U.S. screening of "Trail of the Panda" (Disney's second co-production with China) ... 1:00 PM "Beauty and the Beast" panel discussion; and screening of selected scenes in Disney... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ertischek: The harrowing tale of my ruler Aug 14, 2009
Imagine the office version of Toy Story or Beauty and the Beast. I imagine the rulers join the stapler, the Scotch tape dispenser, the eraser, pencils and pens in a lovely rendition of Dolly Parton s Nine to Five. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Young, old go surfin' to Teen Choice wins Aug 10, 2009
"It was like something out of Beauty and the Beast. I was waiting for teacups and pots to start singing or something.". actor Jason Earles just wrapped the show's third season and says star Miley Cyrus is as grounded as ever. (USA Today -- Life)
Young actors tackle 'Evita' Aug 7, 2009
Another "Beauty and the Beast." ... Another "Beauty and the Beast.". (Fresno Bee)
The View From 129- A true beauty Aug 7, 2009
I have to confess, the one thing I sort of expected before attending the Billerica Fine Arts Department s/The Billerica Friends of Music s presentation of Beauty and the Beast, was to feel like I was attending a high school performance ... We were all caught up in the magic that is theatre and that was Beauty and the Beast ... The supporting cast and crew was as much a part of the show as Beauty and the Beast. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Graphic novel of 'Fahrenheit 451' sparks approval Aug 3, 2009
"I don't know, but I know when I was 5 years old, my parents gave me an illustrated version of Beauty and the Beast, and I loved it so much that I decided that I had to learn to read, and I did.". He adds, "When I was 9, the Buck Rogers comics took me to the future, and I never came back.". (USA Today)
Updating a classic tragedy Jul 31, 2009
" Dalio is playing Radames for the first time in a long career that has included the leads in "Beauty and the Beast," "Les Miserables" and, his special favorite, "Miss Saigon," the Vietnam War-era musical, where he met his wife when they played other doomed lovers. "Elton John's score makes occasional attempts to sound a little exotic, but it's really mainstream, mostly pop, eclectic and easily accessible," says Dalio. He finds Radames less interesting in his hero soldier mode than when he... (NJ.com -- Times)
'Beauty and the Beast Jr.' on ticket for weekend Jul 30, 2009
Beauty and the Beast Jr.' on ticket for weekend By RUSSELL CARTER/Star-Tribune Staff WriterWednesday, July 29, 2009 10:10 AM EDT. Members of Young People's Theatre Guild at the North pose for a cast picture before rehearsing the upcoming production "Beauty and the Beast Jr." Shown are (sitting, from left) Claire Turner, Latricia Mayo, (second row, from left) Noah Pruitt, Hannah Breen, Kalie Carothers, Evan Snead, Isabele Turner, Reese Walker, (third row, from left) Kassidy Ingram, Nicole Joy... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Beauty and the Beast 3D Jul 25, 2009
IGN: SDCC 09: Beauty and the Beast 3-D ... SDCC 09: Beauty and the Beast 3-D ... The new version of Beauty and the Beast will debut in theaters on Valentine's Day 2010. (IGN FilmForce)
'Charity' begins at Roger Rocka's Jul 24, 2009
Another "Beauty and the Beast." ... Another "Beauty and the Beast." ... Brian Pucheu has the more hirsute titular role CenterStage Clovis' "Beauty and the Beast.". (Fresno Bee)
Wellesley resident is medicine man by day, actor by night Jul 21, 2009
Pascucci has been in a number of different performances, among them Annie, Sound of Music, Beauty and the Beast, To Kill a Mockingbird, My Fair Lady and Fiddler on the Roof. He is not only interested in the onstage acting, but he also enjoys doing backstage work from time to time working as a sound designer for many different productions. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Sturgis Youth Theatre marks 10th anniversary with 'Pinocchio' Jul 20, 2009
Other productions included "Treasure Island," "Jungle Book," "Beauty and the Beast," "Snow White," "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and "The Wizard of Oz.". Since 1999, the Sturgis Youth Theatre has served more than 10,000 children. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Jim Roberts 'voice of the bus' about 5 years Jul 20, 2009
The filmmakers will be on hand to help Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures showcase a wide-ranging roster of upcoming films, including 3D juggernauts ALI 0000203F CE IN WONDERLAND, TRON and DISNEYS A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and animated gems THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, PONYO and the TOY STORY trilogy. Zemeckis, Burton, Miyazaki and Lasseter will take part in industry panels. (Fresno Bee)
CenterStage promises 'Beast' of a production Jul 19, 2009
Another "Beauty and the Beast." ... If you goWhat: CenterStage Clovis Community Theatre's "Beauty and the Beast"When: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 1Where: Mercedes Edwards Theatre, 902 Fifth St., ClovisTickets: $15, $12 students and seniorsDetails: centerstage clovis ... Sure, there's no getting around the fact that "Beauty and the Beast" has been an oft-performed show in recent years. (Fresno Bee)
Sanford Museum showcases Mike Meloy Jul 19, 2009
The evening will then turn into a Disney extravaganza, featuring pieces from Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and The Lion King, along with Walt Disney Overture and Disney Around the World. Art activities and music are free of charge. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Family-friendly fun Jul 18, 2009
Friday, July 17, 2009. Posted on: Friday, July 17, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Theater review: ‘The Pajama Game’ is a pleasing musical Jul 18, 2009
Director Chan Harris, the man behind Disney s Beauty and the Beast last year, returns to the Playhouse to manage another big musical. "> Curious? Search ScoutPA. lect> Your online website and business directory. Daily American Archive Search Search for an Event Search our Classifieds ? Theater review: The Pajama Game is a pleasing musical By BRUCE SIWYDaily American Staff Writer Rating: 0 Friday, July 17, 2009 10:54 PM EDT If nothing else, The Pajama Game won t put anyone to sleep.This Mountain... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
* Cinema was the other church to me Jul 15, 2009
It was a famous film by Jean Cocteau, Beauty and the Beast, one of the greatest films in the history of cinema. TT: When did you decide to become a filmmaker. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
* Londons musicals: intimate or outsize? Jul 13, 2009
This allows the composer Alan Menken to whip up homages to vintage disco and soul performers (Barry White, the Pointer Sisters, Donna Summer) and wistful, music-box ballads like the ones he wrote for The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast. It all feels woefully secondhand, despite those phalanxes of brightly robed, twirling nuns, urged to shake it like youre Mary Magdalene, led by an earnest Patina Miller in the Goldberg role. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Once upon a time ... Jul 12, 2009
Kearstin showed up as Belle, the heroine of Disneys Beauty and the Beast. . (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures' Comic-Con Agenda is Full of "Firsts" Jul 9, 2009
Studio to Showcase Key TitlesPONYO, TOY STORY & TOY STORY 2 DOUBLE FEATURE, DISNEYS A CHRISTMAS CAROL, THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, ALICE IN WONDERLAND, TOY STORY 3 and TRON ... The filmmakers will be on hand to help Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures showcase a wide-ranging roster of upcoming films, including 3D juggernauts ALICE IN WONDERLAND, TRON and DISNEYS A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and animated gems THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, PONYO and the TOY... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
BACKSTAGE: Carlsbad band, Ramona singer enter finals for fair's Musicpalooza Jul 2, 2009
Conductor Jung-Ho Pak leads the orchestra, formerly known as the San Diego Chamber Orchestra, in a program of music from "Mary Poppins" to "Beauty and the Beast.". Neil Berg's "102 Years of Broadway" ---- 8 p.m. Oct. 1. (North County Times)
Kaleb Michel to perform in Shakespeare Festival Jul 2, 2009
Michel's previous acting experience includes the role of "Jacob" in the Coralville City Circle Acting Company's production of Joseph and the Technicolor Dream Coat, and "Chip" in Beauty and the Beast, performed at the Iowa City Englert Theater. In the festival's production of Richard III, Richard the Duke of Gloucester plots how he will seize the throne, even if it means marriage, manipulation and murder. (Kalona News, IA)
STAGE VIEWS: A sad final curtain for North Shore Music Theatre Jul 1, 2009
Here is a small sampling: Les Miserables, West Side Story, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Producers, Miss Saigon, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Showboat, Tom Jones, Singing in the Rain, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Hairspray, Kiss Me Kate, 42nd Street, Fame, Camelot, Aida, Crazy for You, Beauty and the Beast and Cinderella. Who can forget North Shore s hilarious 2006 adaptation of Damn Yankees, full of local humor to celebrate the Red Sox/Yankees feud, and the joyous reversal of Babe Ruth s curse... (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)
Oscars to allow 10 nominees for best picture Jun 25, 2009
The academy has looked kindly on animated films in the past, nominating "Beauty and the Beast" for best picture in 1992. But ever since animated features got their own category, no film, not even the much-admired " Wall-E," has managed to get a best picture nomination. (FOX61, CT)
Acclaimed Animators Celebrate Work and Teachings of Disney's Legendary Walt Stanchfield at Comic-Con International Jun 24, 2009
"About the Comic-Con International PanelDate: Thursday, July 23Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.Location: Room 32AB, San Diego Convention CenterFor more information about Comic-Con International, visit ModeratorDon Hahn, The Walt Disney StudiosDon Hahn is a two-time Academy Award nominee and film producer responsible for producing some of the most successful Walt Disney Animated films of the past 20 years, including Beauty and the Beast and The Lion King.PanelistsGlen Keane, Walt Disney Animation... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Twilight' Star Jackson Rathbone 'Front And Center' In 'Girlfriend' Jun 23, 2009
Lerner, who will be making his feature-film debut, describes "Girlfriend" as a "harsh, modern-day take on the 'Beauty and the Beast' fable." That's not to say we'll see Rathbone as a hirsute monster, nor that the film has any Disney-esque aspirations. Rather, the movie is a real-world story set in Middle America that will bring Rathbone into a "very bizarre and unconventional love triangle," Lerner said. (VHI.com -- Music News)
First look: What a weird 'Wonderland' Burton's made Jun 22, 2009
The traditional tale has been freshened with a blast of girl power, courtesy of writer Linda Woolverton (Beauty and the Beast). Alice, 17, attends a party at a Victorian estate only to find she is about to be proposed to in front of hundreds of snooty society types. (USA Today)
Fourth of July Southeastern destinations Jun 20, 2009
The latter includes the father-daughter duo of Tim and Sara King, who will be singing songs from Disney animated films such as Beauty and the Beast and Pocahontas. T-34 military aircraft will buzz across the sky. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Orpheum Broadway series changes announced Jun 19, 2009
The family classic, "Disney's Beauty and the Beast," will play at 8 p.m., March 20, 2010. The Broadway at the Orpheum 2009-10 Season also includes another family favorite, "The Wizard of Oz;" "Rain -- A Tribute to the Beatles;" a risque musical that examines people and puppets in New York City, "Avenue Q; and Andrew Lloyd Weber's "Cats. (Sioux City Journal)
'Peter Pan' takes flight at Circa '21 Jun 19, 2009
and The Glass Menagerie; Andrew Benson, of Sweeney Todd, Inherit the Wind, and Pippin; and Nathan Chang, who has been seen in Godspell, Beauty and the Beast, and Sugar. Comments. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
• Events Calendar Jun 19, 2009
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'Beauty and the Beast' headlines Broadway in Columbia series Jun 18, 2009
Beauty and the Beast' headlines Broadway in Columbia series ... "Disney's Beauty and the Beast" will bring its lavish costumes and sets to town April 26-27, 2010 ... Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, "Disney's Beauty and the Beast" has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Shows announced for new theater season Jun 16, 2009
Now, "Disney's Beauty and the Beast" and "The Wedding Singer" have been substituted ... "Beauty and the Beast," also based on a hit film, was turned into a Broadway musical in the '90s and features plenty of special effects, elaborate costumes and memorable songs. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Auditions set Saturday-Sunday at MCAG Jun 5, 2009
Director Lenny West, who has previously directed Disney s Beauty and the Beast as well as working closely with Alice In Wonderland, Charlotte s Web and A Grinch Christmas Tale, is seeking adults and teens to fill a variety of roles in this elaborate review of many beloved Disney classics. This spectacular musical event celebrates the magic and music of Disney, featuring songs from Snow White, High School Musical, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Mary Poppins, Enchanted, Sleeping Beauty and many... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Thumbelina set crafted by local artists (4) Jun 5, 2009
Some of the other sets for the theatre include Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, James and the Giant Peach, Beauty and the Beast and Wind and the Willows, to name a few. Thumbelina is a fairy tale written by the Danish poet and author Hans Christian Andersen in 1836. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Ovation for Whoopi's Sister Act Jun 4, 2009
He has written songs for movies such as The Little Mermaid and Beauty And The Beast. Goldberg has said of the production: "The stage version of the show is fresh and new and I'm beyond thrilled to be part of it.". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
MTV Movie Awards celebrates the fun side of filmdom Jun 1, 2009
High School Musical's Vanessa Hudgens said she's leaving town to shoot a modern-day adaptation of Beauty and the Beast. "I'm laid-back about it," she said. (USA Today -- Life)
3-D movies are hot, but theaters may charge more May 30, 2009
Coming up in 2010 and beyond: "Shrek Goes Fourth," "The Adventures of Tintin," "Cars 2," "Beauty and the Beast 3-D." Though timetables are uncertain, George Lucas hopes to relaunch his "Star Wars" in 3-D; other franchises are contemplating a 3-D reboot, like a "Pirates of the Caribbean 4" and even a contemplated "TRON 3-D." ... While some future 3-D films will be new, like "Cars 2," "Tim Burton's Frankenweenie" and "Rapunzel," filmmakers also will be looking back to beloved classics to upgrade... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Sunshine and summertime: Your guide summer events in Winona May 24, 2009
Other highlights include the BK 5K walk/run June 20 at Lake Park, the U.S. Title Series Hydroplane Boat Race, kids fishing contest, Home nity Options play Beauty and the Beast at Saint Mary s University s Page Theatre, fireworks over the Mississippi June 20 and lots lots more. If you re looking to get out on the river, the Island Girl and Mississippi Explorer will offer cruises this summer. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Gene Kelly Awards bring pizazz to Benedum May 24, 2009
Doug Rakoczy, of Pittsburgh Allderdice, received the Judges Award for his innovative automation of a teacup in "Beauty and the Beast." The award is given only in years when judges want to recognize a talent that does not fit into a Kelly category. As part of the Kelly night, Chris Williams of Central Catholic High School was awarded a four-year scholarship to attend Point Park University's Conservatory of Performing Arts as a dance major. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Daniel Day-Lewis Dishes About His Clooney Kiss At The Oscars May 22, 2009
"I hope one day that another animated film does again, like 'Beauty and the Beast' was, get nominated as the Best Picture," said Bird, who also won for "The Incredibles" three years ago. "If you asked me, 'Was "Snow White" one of the five best movies of 1937?' I would say yeah ... but it's all good. Come on, it's the Oscars!". (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Bringing Literacy Alive On Stage May 20, 2009
It may seem like fun and games, as kids are treated to scenes from plays like Beauty and the Beast, Charlottes Web, and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe ... Well if Beauty and the Beast or Charlottes Web capture their imaginations on stage, chances are their imaginations will be drawn to the books. (R News)